Qwin 50mg Tablet SR
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Micro Labs Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Quetiapine (50mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Dibenzothiazepine Derivatives |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
| Action Class | Atypical Antipsychotics |
| User Rating | 4.2 |
| User Reviews | 435 |
FAQ
How long does Qwin 50mg take to work?
You may start seeing an improvement within a week of starting Qwin 50mg but full benefits may take about 4-6 weeks to appear.
Is Qwin 50mg a sleeping pill?
Qwin 50mg can make you feel sleepy, but it is not used as a sleeping pill. Qwin 50mg is approved for the treatment of symptoms of schizophrenia. It prevents as well as treats episodes of mania and depression in bipolar disorder. It is also used with other medicines to treat depression.
Can I stop taking Qwin 50mg if I am better now?
No, you should not stop taking Qwin 50mg without consulting your doctor. Suddenly stopping it may cause nausea, vomiting, headache, diarrhea, dizziness, irritability and inability to sleep. If you feel better, consult your doctor who will gradually reduce the dose before completely stopping it.
Is Qwin 50mg good for anxiety?
Qwin 50mg has not been approved for the treatment of anxiety; however, your doctor may prescribe it for anxiety. Some studies suggest its use in post-traumatic stress disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and anxiety associated with mood disorders.
What does Qwin 50mg do to the brain?
Qwin 50mg helps to correct chemical imbalances in the brain. It acts on various chemical messengers in the brain like dopamine and serotonin. It prevents the excessive activity of dopamine, helping to treat symptoms of schizophrenia and mania.
What should I avoid while taking Qwin 50mg?
Qwin 50mg can cause drowsiness. So, do not drive, operate machinery or do anything dangerous until you know how Qwin 50mg affects you. Do not drink alcohol while taking Qwin 50mg as it may worsen the drowsiness. Avoid getting dehydrated or over-exposure to heat.
How should Qwin 50mg be taken?
Take Qwin 50mg exactly as advised by your doctor. Do not split, chew or crush the tablets. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not take it with food. It is advised to take this medicine for at least one hour before a meal or at bedtime. Do not take grapefruit while taking Qwin 50mg as it may affect the working of this medicine.
Can Qwin 50mg cause weight gain?
Yes, weight gain is a common side effect of Qwin 50mg. If you feel you are gaining weight, consult your doctor or a nutritionist who will suggest you a diet and some exercise to help you manage your weight.
What if you forget to take Qwin Tablet SR?
If you miss a dose of Qwin 50mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Qwin 50mg Tablet SR Reviews
Qwin 50mg is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave) and mania. It is also used to treat bipolar disorders.
Qwin 50mg may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness or seizures.
Some common side effects of this medicine include decreased hemoglobin levels in the blood, increased triglycerides level in blood, decreased cholesterol level in blood, headache, extrapyramidal symptoms, dry mouth, and withdrawal symptoms. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may increase your weight but, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect.
You should be cautious while using this medicine as it may increase the risk of developing diabetes, so it is better to monitor glucose regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.
How Qwin 50mg Tablet SR Works
Qwin 50mg is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
How to Use Qwin 50mg Tablet SR
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Qwin 50mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Qwin 50mg Tablet SR
- In Treatment of Schizophrenia: Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Qwin 50mg helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.
- In Treatment of Mania: Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Qwin 50mg helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Qwin 50mg will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.
Uses of Qwin 50mg Tablet SR
- Treatment of Schizophrenia
- Treatment of Mania
Qwin 50mg Tablet SR Side Effects
Safety Tips
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Qwin 50mg may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Qwin 50mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Liver
CAUTION
Qwin 50mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Qwin 50mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Qwin 50mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Qwin 50mg is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Qwin 50mg may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Qwin 50mg.
Quick Tips
- Do not stop taking it without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
- Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
- You have been prescribed Qwin 50mg for the treatment of schizophrenia and mania.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Qwin 50mg can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- It is less likely to cause heart problems and movement disorders than other antipsychotics.
- It may increase your weight, blood sugar and cholesterol. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and monitor your blood levels regularly.
- It may take 4 to 6 weeks to see treatment effects. Keep taking it as prescribed.
References
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- Stahl SM, editor. Quetiapine. In: Stahl's Essential Pschopharmacology: Prescriber's Guide. 5th ed. New York, New York: Cambridge University Press; 2014. pp. 575-81.
- Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Quetiapine. [Updated 2018 Oct 31].
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1181-84.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).